(KMT) Kennametal - Ratings and Ratios

Kennametal Inc. (NYSE:KMT) is a global leader in the development and application of advanced materials, including tungsten carbides, ceramics, and super-hard materials, designed to address extreme wear and high-temperature challenges across industries. The company operates through two core segments: Metal Cutting and Infrastructure. The Metal Cutting segment delivers precision tools and solutions for machining operations, serving industries such as automotive, aerospace, energy, and industrial equipment manufacturing. Its product portfolio includes milling, turning, and hole-making systems, as well as specialized wear components and metallurgical powders. These solutions are distributed under the Kennametal, WIDIA, WIDIA Hanita, and WIDIA GTD brands through a combination of direct sales, distributors, and digital channels. The Infrastructure segment focuses on custom components for oil and gas, mining, aerospace, and defense, offering products like compacts, nozzles, and tungsten carbide powders. This segment also provides critical wear components, armor solutions, and ceramics for specialized applications. Kennametal, founded in 1938 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has established itself as a key player in enabling industrial productivity and durability worldwide.

Technically, KMT is currently trading at $19.53 with a 20-day average volume of 1,008,982 shares. The stock is below its 50-day SMA of $20.69 and 200-day SMA of $23.99, indicating a bearish trend. The Average True Range (ATR) of 0.82 suggests moderate volatility. From a fundamental perspective, Kennametal has a market cap of $1.44 billion, with a P/E ratio of 15.27 and a forward P/E of 14.60, signaling undervaluation potential. The P/S ratio of 0.71 and P/B of 1.18 further highlight its conservative valuation. The company’s return on equity (RoE) stands at 7.89%, reflecting modest profitability.